The day after he returned to Horai Island after finishing Reiko's training.

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Jin wanted to do something about the other thing that was bothering him.

He decides to talk to Elsa about it. Saki is an observer for now.

"I want to do something about the Covert Task Force (SP)."

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"...... What do you mean?"

Jin explains to Erza, who tilts her head.

"You see, lately, we've been traveling more and more by airship, haven't we?　If you do that, the covert maneuvering force (SP) can't follow you.

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"Ah, that makes sense."

They could follow us in horse-drawn carriages without any problem, but they often could not cope with flight and transfers.

So, I'm going to make a major revision."

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"What are you actually going to do, Jin?"

Saki was also interested.

"Are you going to get rid of the covert task force (SP), by any chance?

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"Brother Jin, I think that would be a waste.

Erza interrupted.

"No, I'm not going to do that."

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Jin hurriedly denies it. He then goes on to express his own thoughts.

"I was told that before. If you have a certain social status, you should have an intimidating bodyguard as a deterrent.

"Oh, you mean the kind that makes you want to attack them just by looking at them?　"Hmmm, since you're the Korun, it's only natural.

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Saki understood.

"That's right. That's why I've been thinking about having you guarding the place with an open mind, instead of hiding behind your back like you've been doing."

"You're going to ...... modify it?"

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That's what I'm thinking.

"Specifically?"

Jin then decided to explain his plan to them.

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"First of all, how many covert maneuver forces (SP) do we have now? ......"

Pance, Viola, Dahlia, Kanna, Lily, Rose, Elm, Ash, Pothos, and Heath for Jin.

Maroon and plum for Elsa. Iris and Azalea for Hannah, Cattleya and Lotus for Marcia.

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Cherry and camelia for Bina (and Count Kuzma), Erica and lobelia for Prince Ernest. And sage and cosmos for Reinhardt.

"...... is tremendous when you count them all up like this."

That's how much Jin cares about his friends.

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"Well, yeah."

Jin scratched his head and looked a little embarrassed at Saki's words.

"So, so. I think I'll start with the covert task force (SP) attached to the family.

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"......, because they come and go the most?"

"Yes. Yeah. Warp gates and airships and stuff.

So, Jin, what exactly?

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"Oh, first of all, I think we can keep the all-black appearance. It looks a bit like a black knight (Schwarzlitter).

But still, the design is completely different. The Black Knight (Schwarzritter) looks like a warrior in armor, while the Covert Mobile Unit (SP) is humanoid.

"We can add exterior parts depending on the purpose. For example, armor for escorts."

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"Hmm, but I think most of them are female-types...?"

Saki expressed her doubt.

"Yes, there are female knights too, and it wouldn't be strange if they were Erza or Saki's guards, would it?

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"What?　You're going to put me under your protection, too?

Jin nodded.

"Yes. I mean, I'll be able to protect you or dispatch you as needed.

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When you go out, depending on where you are going and for what purpose.

I'll leave that to you," Jin said.

"What about the modification of the main body at ......?"

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This is Elsa. She is still concerned about it.

"Yes, of course, we will equip it with a force field generator as standard equipment. So that we can protect them in the sky."

"......, of course."

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"However, you'll still be able to appear and be accompanied by your golem. The girl and boy types will guard you when you are out of sight.

Of course, this is with the proviso that it will be done on an as-needed basis.

"This is a bit complicated. But I wonder if the old man can manage it well.

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It is difficult for a human being to manage, but I am sure that the old man, who was developed for this purpose, will be able to handle it easily.

"Lastly, I'd like to ask Reiko Pance and Viola to retire from the Covert Task Force (SP) and work in Kunlun Island."

"Ah, the Kun Lun Island. I see. I understand what you're saying.

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"In Kunlun Island, there are five colored golem maids, number 100 each, stationed there to take care of everything in the pavilion, but if we are going to develop the island further, we will need more people, right?"

We also want to have a security guard," Jin added.

"...... convinced me."

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Erza seemed to understand this policy.

"Well, it's hard to tell, but the adult male and female types will be guarded as knights. The boy/girl type will be guarded in a covert manner. The Reiko type will guard Kunlun Island, is that right?"

Saki summed it up nicely.

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"Yeah, that's right. What do you think?"


The old man, who had been listening in silence, agreed.

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It is the strongest material in the world when it is circulated with magic power.

Elsa and Saki made a vest for Jin, but it would be safer to make something like a bulletproof vest or a cloak against fire for the other members as well.

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"Well, I'll think of something.

"Yes, please."

Since Elsa seemed to be better suited for such a design than Jin, he agreed.

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So, the modifications begin immediately.

However, since the basic performance is sufficient, the main work is to recondition it and install a force field generator.

The adult male and female models will be fitted with armor. Clothing for the boy/girl and Reiko models.

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"Okay, that should do it. I'm looking forward to working with you all.

Jin says this to the remodeled Secret Service (SP), to which they reply in unison.

"Yes, Chief!

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Thus, the new Covert Mobile Unit (SP) began its new activities.

The SP is now in full swing.

"Whoa!　What are they?

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"Ah, brother Rai, come in."

In the evening of the same day, Reinhardt visited Horai Island and was surprised to see the Covert Mobile Unit (SP).

"Reinhard, it's been a long time. They are the Covert Task Force (SP). That's why ......"

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Jin explained to Reinhardt in brief what had happened.

"Well, that's good, isn't it?　So, ......, what's in it for me now?"

"Once again, Mr. Reinhardt, it's a pleasure to meet you."

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What?　What? - Oh, yeah, nice to meet you.

Height 165 cm, weight 55 kg, adult female type. She has a slim figure, which may be far from Reinhardt's taste.

However, her figure is impressive wearing light armor made of light silver and a short sword at her waist.

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The armor is made of light silver. Since it is titanium, the color can be changed by adjusting the oxide film.

Reinhardt's armor is black. It was made to match the black knight (Schwarzlitter).

"Well, this is great. Jin, thank you again!"

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"...... that's good, but didn't you have something to do?"

Reinhardt smiled a bit shyly as Jin said this.

"Oh, yes. Actually, ...... Bertsche is having a baby!"

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"What?

Rai's brother?

"Oh, congratulations!"

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Surprised and congratulatory voices echoed through the room.

Even though it was February, the wind here in Horai Island was warm, and the topic was reminiscent of spring, which made the hearts of Jin and the others jump.